Reflexology is an ancient therapeutic treatment
…which concentrates on self-healing and re-balancing of the body on a physiological, physical and emotional level through non-invasive stimulation of the circulatory and nervous systems to promote self-healing in the most natural way possible.
This alternate and complimentary form of health focuses on the root cause of your illness, disease or chronic condition. It is based on the premise that there are zones and reflexes on the feet, hands, face and ears of the body which corresponds directly to and are relative to all parts, glands and organs of the entire body.
The therapist identifies and treats the areas in your body that are stressed, blocked or stagnated through gentle but focused stimulation of reflexes and acupressure points, this causes physiological changes to occur throughout the body systems breaking up deposits which interfere with the natural flow of energy (Chi). Specific reflexes activate a parasympathetic response in the body releasing stress, reducing pain and improving circulation allowing the body to return to a state of homeostasis and a feeling of calm and deep relaxation is experienced.
Benefits from the healing art of reflexology.
This unique system of therapeutic massage activates the body’s self-healing processes.
1. Detoxification
With increased blood vessel dilation through gentle stimulation of the reflexes blood flow is promoted through the body allowing the body’s detoxing organs (kidney, lungs, liver, colon) and the lymphatic system to perform its functions at optimum level
2. Blood Circulation and Lymph Flow
By stimulating the reflex points on your feet the 7,000 nerve ending on each foot trigger the nervous system and may open up energy pathways that may be blocked or congested allowing for free flow of oxygen and blood to the whole body. It also encourages the detoxification process and kick starts the lymphatic system to work more efficiently to absorb fat and distribute excess fluids.
3. Stress, Anxiety & Tension
Reflexology aids in relieving stress, anxiety and tension by reducing muscle tension and stiffness. It encourages deep relaxation and sleep allowing for the organs to more readily perform their functions, filtering toxins and congestions in the blood vessels and improving oxygen and nutrient supply throughout the body systems.
4. Nerve function
Reflexology stimulates the nerves so neural pathways remain open to effectively communicate key information to the brain about the functions of the body this in turn allows for balance and proper body alignment, effective digestion, deep relaxation, processing of emotions and the break-down of the biochemical link for inflammation and pain.
5. Terminal illness
Reflexologists cannot claim to cure diseases or heal the body, however, it can enhance the quality of life of people in need of palliative care as beneficial supportive treatment to alleviate physical discomforts and side effects like pain, constipation, diarrhoea, poor appetite, nausea, breathing, tiredness and problems with sleeping that are associated with curative treatments and surgical procedures.
6. Endocrine Function
Reflexology balances hormones and encourages the endocrine glands to function more efficiently. The main function of the endocrine glands (hypothalamus, pineal gland, pituitary gland, thyroid and parathyroid glands, thymus, adrenal glands, pancreas and ovaries/testes) is to secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. Hormones are the chemical messengers that coordinate activities throughout our bodies and control the functions of our organs and affects processes of growth, development and sexual function.